Tree Removal in Kansas City

Dead and dying trees are the most common call. Once a tree dies, the wood dries out and becomes brittle, and limbs can drop without warning. We also remove storm-damaged trees with split trunks or large broken leaders, trees with a lean that has gotten worse over time, and trees whose roots or branches are crowding a house, garage, fence or driveway.

Before we quote, we walk the tree with you. We look at the direction and severity of the lean, signs of decay like cavities, fungus or loose bark, and what sits underneath — roofs, power drops, fences, gardens, play sets. We also look at access: how close we can get, gate widths, and where the wood will go.

That walk-around decides how the tree comes down. If there's open space and nothing in the way, we may fell it in one piece. In most Kansas City backyards, though, there isn't room, so our professional climber goes up and takes the tree down in sections, lowering heavier pieces on ropes so they land exactly where we want them.

We don't bring heavy equipment that ruts up yards. Pieces are rigged down, cut to manageable size and carried or wheeled out. When we're done, we haul away the trunk, limbs and debris, then rake and blow the area so the yard looks like we were never there. Haul-away is included in every removal price.

If you want the stump gone too, stump grinding is available as an add-on on the same visit or later. We list it as its own line on your estimate so you can choose.

Most residential tree removals on private property in the Kansas City metro don't need a permit. Some cities, HOAs and trees in the public right-of-way between the sidewalk and street have their own rules, so check with your city or HOA if you're unsure. We're happy to point you in the right direction.